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West Plains Missouri Map

Explore West Plains, Missouri, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of West Plains, Missouri

How to Use This West Plains, Missouri Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for West Plains, Missouri. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Missouri or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to West Plains.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	West Plains
State	Missouri (MO)
County	Howell County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	36.73743
Longitude	-91.867957
Population	12,184
Density	353.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	65775
Area Code	417
County Seat	West Plains
School District	West Plains R-VII School District

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About West Plains, Missouri

West Plains is a locality in Howell County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of 12,184. The population density is 353.6 people per km². West Plains is located at 36.7374°N, 91.8680°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. West Plains is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 65775.

West Plains emerges from the landscape where the gentle incline of the terrain yields to the steady, persistent presence of Howell Creek. It lies 40.1 miles northeast of Mountain Home, AR (from Mountain Home, AR: bearing 47°T), and is situated 19.4 miles south-southeast of Willow Springs. The regional topography is defined by the subtle transitions of the Ozark plateau, where the horizon occasionally catches the silhouette of Dividing Ridge. Residents often observe how the evening light softens the edges of Mustion Hollow, casting long, contemplative shadows across the fields. Beyond the immediate reach of the town, the terrain offers a quiet expanse that eventually gives way to the dense, preserved timberland of White River State Forest. Those seeking the tranquility of still water often turn their attention toward Twin Ponds, a quiet locale that remains a focal point for the surrounding countryside.

Agriculture and timber have long provided the structural backbone for West Plains, anchoring the local economy to the rhythms of the earth. Early settlers recognized the utility of the fertile soil and the abundant natural resources that allowed for a stable, enduring settlement. Today, the economy has diversified to include manufacturing and regional commerce, ensuring that the labor of the populace remains varied and purposeful. The industrious character of the people here reflects a history of self-reliance, where hard work is measured by the steady progress of the harvest and the maintenance of local enterprise. This commitment to practical industry keeps the pace of life measured, favoring long-term stability over the fleeting trends of more urban environments.

West Plains maintains a distinct cultural identity that manifests in the shared traditions of its residents and the community gatherings at Evans Sports Complex. The town serves as a gathering point for those who value the plain-spoken nature of the region, where interactions are marked by a direct and honest sincerity. Among those who have emerged from this quiet corner of the map, the singer Jan Howard stands as a notable figure who carried the influence of her upbringing into a successful career. Public life often centers on local events that highlight the heritage of the area, fostering a sense of continuity across generations. One finds that the character of West Plains is defined not by grand gestures, but by the quiet, consistent integrity of its people and their appreciation for the land.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Veterans Memeorial (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 155° SE
Grizzly Statue (Public Artwork) — 0.9 mi, 128° SE
Lincoln Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 072° E
Civil War Skirmish (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 127° SE
Evans Sports Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 107° E
American Legion Field (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 104° E
Ozark Regional Office (State Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 074° E
Polly the Parrot (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 122° SE
Buck Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 050° NE
Davidson (Carrick W.)-Paris (Robert) Conservation Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.5 mi, 065° NE
Mark Twain National Forest (National Forest) — 7.7 mi, 324° NW · 1.5M acres
Devils Backbone Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 13.9 mi, 273° W · 6,691 acres
Sheriff's Hollow Overlook (Viewpoint) — 17.5 mi, 253° W
Eleven Point, Missouri Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 18.9 mi, 081° E · 15k acres
Ozark National Scenic Riverways (Wild & Scenic River) — 23.7 mi, 024° NE · 53k acres
House Ruins (Attraction) — 29.8 mi, 228° SW
Irish Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 35.2 mi, 089° E · 17k acres
Hardy History Museum (Museum) — 36.2 mi, 144° SE
Mountain Home Farmer's Market (Attraction) — 39.8 mi, 226° SW
Cross Country Trail Rides (Attraction) — 40.8 mi, 045° NE
Ozark National Forest (National Forest) — 43.2 mi, 214° SW · 1.1M acres
Welch Spring (Attraction) — 48.2 mi, 020° N
Willie Lee (Historic Ruins) — 50.9 mi, 267° W
Ruined Building (Historic Ruins) — 55.9 mi, 268° W
Dent county museum (Museum) — 65.5 mi, 016° N
Ozark Medieval Fortress (Historic Castle / Fort) — 69.4 mi, 253° W
U.S. Army Engineer, Chemical, and Military Police Museum (Museum) — 70.9 mi, 349° N
Town Square Amphitheatre Stage & Water-and-Fire Show (Theatre) — 74.8 mi, 265° W
Branson Hot Hits Theater (Theatre) — 75.0 mi, 265° W
Historic Owen Theatre (Arts Centre) — 75.0 mi, 265° W

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